Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

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On September 1st, President Trump visited Kenosha, Wisconsin, to assess protest damage and promote his law and order message. The unrest followed the police shooting of Jacob Blake, who is now paralyzed. Trump met with officials but not with Blake's family. Meanwhile, Massachusetts held its primary election, with Joe Kennedy challenging incumbent Ed Markey for the Senate. Kennedy vacated his House seat, leading to a competitive race to replace him. Many voters submitted ballots by mail.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for President Trump's visit to Kenosha?

To meet with Jacob Blake's family

To promote his law and order message

To attend a political rally

To announce a new policy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event triggered the civil unrest in Kenosha?

A protest against climate change

A natural disaster

A political rally

The shooting of Jacob Blake

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for Jacob Blake after the incident?

He was unharmed

He was paralyzed from the waist down

He was arrested

He left the country

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is challenging Ed Markey in the Massachusetts Democratic Senate race?

Bernie Sanders

Joe Kennedy

Elizabeth Warren

Mitt Romney

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Democrats were on the primary ballot to replace Joe Kennedy's House seat?

Eleven

Nine

Seven

Five